Welcome to the Blue Earth County Historical Society

Will you be a History Hero and save history?

With a donation today you will ensure the continuation of engaging exhibits, high-quality educational programs for all ages and preservation of our irreplaceable artifacts.

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Holiday Tours at the Hubbard House

The Historic R. D. Hubbard House will be open December 10, 11, 17 and 18 from 1-4 p.m. each day for guided holiday tours, Come see if you can find all the musical instruments in the house! Admission charged.

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Fur Trade in Minnesota

Stop in and see this great exhibit at the Blue Earth County History Center. On display October 20 - January 7, 2017.

Free and open to the public.

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History Center & Museum

Discover Blue Earth County history at the History Center. Visit the Research Center, Gift Shop, Traveling Exhibits and Museum. The Museum is fun for all ages with many historic displays and an interactive area.

R.D. Hubbard House

Built by Mankato entrepreneur R.D. Hubbard, this beautiful Victorian mansion will transport you back to the early 1900s. Experience the past through tours and living history events.

Gift Shop & Art Gallery

With a great selection of books and gift items, the Gift Shop is sure to have something for everyone. The Art Gallery includes fine art prints by local and national acclaimed artist Marian Anderson.

Family History

Dig deeper into your family genealogy. Explore our many resources, including biography files, cemetery and obituary indexes, photographs and over 150 years of local newspapers.